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The Musician and Band Press Release Info Center
This page contains
- 17 different press release examples of music press releases
- 50 different ideas for topics you can write press releases about
- Press release writing and distribution training and resources
- Sample press releases from many other industries to give you even more ideas.
Music Press Release Examples
Example #1: New Single Release
This sample is part of a larger collection of press release examples from 20 different industries.
16 More Music Press Release Examples:
- New Album Release
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/renowned-musician-stix-hooper-founder-of-the-crusaders-drops-his-latest-album-orchestrally-speaking-april-28th-2022-301532310.html - Top Searched U.S. Musician
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/kendrick-lamar-is-top-searched-musician-us-tastes-diverse-301611410.html - Music Press Release Example – Vote for Concert Destinations
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/mic-drop-global-artist-camilo-joins-ritmo-y-color-mcdonalds-inviting-fans-nationwide-to-vote-for-concert-destinations-301863513.html - Music Press Release – Announcing Mobile Sound Studio To Help Rising Musicians
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/the-general-insurance-debuts-mobile-sound-studio-to-give-rising-musicians-a-big-break-301887853.html - Musician to Headline Music Festival
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/award-winning-south-florida-rock-musician-to-headline-rites-of-spring-festival-301500935.html - Support of Indie Musicians Press Release
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/tencent-musician-program-posted-51-surge-to-record-300-000-indie-musicians-in-2021–301450854.html - Music Agreement With Tik Tok
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/warner-music-group–tiktok-announce-first-of-its-kind-expanded-agreement-301879717.html - Musician Making a Comeback
https://www.prnewswire.com/in/news-releases/acclaimed-musician-gaya-makes-a-comeback-with-qisse-a-multi-lingual-musical-tale-of-self-love-809822602.html - AI-Powered Music Announcement
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/endel-and-universal-music-group-to-create-ai-powered-artist-driven-functional-music-designed-to-support-listener-wellness-301832191.html - Music Competition Event Press Release
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/axs-tv-presents-the-all-new-original-music-competition-series-banded-premiering-saturday-may-13-at-9-pm-et-301808607.html - Music Mentorship Announcement Press Release
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/matchtune-launches-amp-a-free-indie-artist-music-and-mentorship-program-for-musicians-to-grow-global-streaming-revenue-and-audience-through-micro-sync-licensing-to-online-video-social-media-and-ads-301635363.html - Music Video Press Release
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/dianna-releases-music-video-for-her-instant-christmas-classic-missing-you-underneath-the-mistletoe-301688976.html - Music Web Site Launch Press Release
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/free-website-mymusicc-is-fighting-to-revolutionize-music-storage-300198050.html - Live Music Website Press Release Announcement
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/live-music-news-website-delivers-album-and-concert-reviews-commentaries-and-more-103929998.html - Band Press Release – Final Tour
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/the-eagles-announce-the-long-goodbye-the-bands-final-tour-301870792.html - Musician Tour Announcement
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/bret-michaels-creates-and-announces-2023-parti-gras-tour-301694281.html
The Musician’s Guide to Writing and Distributing Press Releases
Resources to help you write an amazing press release and distribute it to the right people to get publicity for your company, cause, or announcement.
What to Write a Press Release About – Musicians, Bands, and Music Publicists
Need ideas for topics a musician or music publicist could write a press release about? Here are 50 ideas to get you started:
- Album Release: To announce the release of a new album or EP.
- Single Release: Promoting a new single.
- Music Video Launch: Announcing a new music video.
- Tour Announcement: Sharing details of an upcoming tour.
- Concert or Gig: Promoting a one-off concert or performance.
- Award Nomination/Wins: Highlighting a nomination or victory at a music award.
- Collaborations: Announcing a collaboration with another artist or band.
- Charity Work: Raising awareness for a charitable event or cause they’re supporting.
- New Band Member: Introducing a new member of the band.
- Band Breakup: Announcing a band’s split or hiatus.
- Merchandise: Launching a new line of merchandise.
- Festival Appearance: Revealing participation in a music festival.
- Record Label Signing: Announcing a new contract or label change.
- Rebranding: If the band or musician undergoes a name change or a major shift in image.
- Side Projects: Sharing news about members’ other endeavors.
- Album Anniversary: Celebrating a milestone anniversary of an iconic album.
- Documentary or Biopic: Announcing a documentary about the artist or band.
- Book Release: Promoting autobiographies, photo books, or other literature.
- Vinyl/Reissue: Announcing the reissue or first-time vinyl release of previous works.
- Music Streaming: Sharing milestones related to streaming numbers or platforms.
- Fan Club News: Announcing fan club events, contests, or exclusives.
- Endorsement Deals: Announcing partnerships with brands or products.
- TV/Radio Appearances: Promoting an upcoming appearance on a show or interview.
- Podcast Guesting: Sharing their participation in a podcast episode.
- Music Workshops: Announcing workshops, masterclasses, or lectures.
- Soundtrack Contribution: Announcing their music’s inclusion in a movie or series.
- Cover Art: Revealing the artwork for a new release.
- Crowdfunding Campaign: Starting a Kickstarter or another crowdfunding effort.
- Retirement: Announcing the retirement from music or touring.
- Live Stream Concerts: Promoting a digital performance or event.
- Rescheduled Events: Informing fans about changes in tour or event dates.
- VIP Packages: Announcing special deals or experiences for concerts.
- Personal News: Sharing significant personal milestones or messages.
- Remixes: Promoting a remixed version of a song.
- Studio Updates: Providing updates from the recording studio.
- Licensing News: Announcing their music’s use in commercials, trailers, etc.
- Health Updates: Addressing health concerns or updates that impact their career.
- Contests: Launching a fan contest or giveaway.
- Acoustic Versions: Announcing stripped-down versions of tracks.
- Fan Meetings: Promoting meet and greet events.
- Special Editions: Announcing deluxe or expanded editions of an album.
- Behind-the-Scenes: Sharing insights into the making of an album or song.
- Philanthropy: Announcing charitable donations or initiatives.
- Mobile Apps: Launching an app related to the band or musician.
- Virtual Reality: Promoting VR content or experiences involving their music.
- Music Gear: Announcing the release of signature musical equipment or gear.
- International Ventures: Sharing news about overseas tours or projects.
- Record-Breaking Achievements: Celebrating milestones or achievements in the industry.
- Lyric Video: Releasing a video that primarily showcases the song’s lyrics.
- In Memoriam: Remembering a band member or associated individual who has passed away.
How to Write a Results-generating Press Release for Musicians or Bands
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Press Release Examples Across Several Industries
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